conduct

/kənˈdʌkt/
verb
  1. To organize and carry out an activity or process.
    • Our school conducts a fire drill every month.
    • The scientist will conduct an experiment to test the hypothesis.
    • She conducted a survey of local residents about recycling habits.
  2. To lead or guide a group of people, especially a musical group.
    • The maestro conducted the orchestra with great passion.
    • He will conduct the choir during the holiday concert.
    • She learned to conduct a band in her music class.
  3. To allow heat, electricity, or sound to pass through.
    • Water can conduct sound waves.
    • Copper conducts electricity better than most metals.
    • This material conducts heat very efficiently.
  4. To behave in a particular way.
    • The students conducted themselves well during the field trip.
    • He always conducts himself with dignity.
    • Please conduct yourself politely at the dinner table.
noun
  1. A person's behavior or way of acting.
    • The company has a code of conduct for all employees.
    • His conduct at the meeting was professional and respectful.
    • The teacher praised the class for their good conduct.
  2. The way an activity is organized and carried out.
    • The conduct of the election was fair and transparent.
    • We reviewed the conduct of the experiment for any errors.
    • The conduct of the business is handled by the manager.
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